I know from what I hear how wonderful the 150's are and the RO's also. But I am curious those who only have the ETS 125 are you perfectly happy with it or is it so far below the 150's that its almost worthless? I would really like to weed out the answer of "just go with the 150's and not worry about it" I would really like to know a person's opinion who owns the 125 as there soul ROS not including the DTS or RTS
Those with the ETS 125?
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Brice Burrell
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I have the ETS 125 and the 150 version. I happen to one of the people that loves the ETS125. However, some people don't have and love for the 125. Seems some people don't like that it isn't the most aggressive sander. I'd agree its not for fast stock removal. It's a finish sander first and foremost, but it can still be used for stock removal with coarse abrasive in a pinch. I like it because it is simply a one handed sander that you can run all with ease. Also, it leaves a great finish.
That said, I haven't found anyone that has uttered a bad word about ETS150 sanders. Unless your work is mostly smaller projects it's hard to go wrong with one.
That said, I haven't found anyone that has uttered a bad word about ETS150 sanders. Unless your work is mostly smaller projects it's hard to go wrong with one.
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I dislike my ets125! I've had it for a few years. Thought it would be a good compliment to the ets 150/3. Maybe it's not enough of a stroke for me but I got really accustomed to my ets 150 and the 125 just sits on the shelf.
My .02
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My .02
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@Brice lol is all I can say!
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I can tell you,I have the Ets 125 and I have found it to be a great sander. I use it as a finish sander on my projects and have had great results with it using both Rubin and Granat.
For me this has become my goto finish sander
Sal
For me this has become my goto finish sander
Sal
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I like my ETS 125 very much. Definitely not as much power as an ETS 150 but I have plenty of jobs for it.
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I own the ETS125. It's my go to sander. I have used 40 grit and achieved what I intended to do with it. No, I would not use it to strip paint off a board. That's why I have the RO125. But for the type of woodworking I do, the ETS125 is just what I need. As stated in the catalog it is a finish sander.
It will give you a fantastic smooth finish. I'm a hobbyist woodworker and the price between the ETS125 and 150 was enough to help me decide which one to buy. the stroke and pad size was not enough of a difference for me to buy the ETS150. Think about what you will use the ETS for. You're going to be the guy using it, not us. Some guys like the 125 others like the 150. Remember, the 30 days ! If buy the 125 and feel you need something bigger, then return it.
Eric
It will give you a fantastic smooth finish. I'm a hobbyist woodworker and the price between the ETS125 and 150 was enough to help me decide which one to buy. the stroke and pad size was not enough of a difference for me to buy the ETS150. Think about what you will use the ETS for. You're going to be the guy using it, not us. Some guys like the 125 others like the 150. Remember, the 30 days ! If buy the 125 and feel you need something bigger, then return it.
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Whatever you do don't listen to Bob. While I agree with him 99.9% of the time, the ETS 125 is the best everyday sander you can get, although the Mirkas seem cool, but I think are more expensive. I compliment mine with an RO150 and the pair get most stuff done. I have a ton of Brilliant and Rubin, which I love, but will probably cross over to the Granat when it runs out. The ETS 125 is perfect for sanding FFs, doors, and assembled cabs. Eric
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I use the ETS 125 in combination with the RO 125 and really like the fact that they use the same abrasives. In my world, I just don't have a need for the 150mm sanding goodies.
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The ets125 replaced my Bosch 6" sander when I got it. I use the 125 in conjunction with the RO90. I've looked at the 150 many times but just don't need the size. Except for the break-in period I don't have any complaints about the 125. Seems like a size issue to me. I didn't miss the 6" size of the Bosch when I started using the 125.
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Sparktrician said:
+1.
I use the RO125 in rotex mode up to 150 or 180 with Rubin, then switch to the ETS 125 with either Brilliant or Granat paper from 220 to 500. Then it's back to the Rotex 125 in rotex mode for the polishing stages if required.
If you use the ETS 125 for what it is intended- a finish sander- I have found none better. A dealer once told me that it was his most commonly returned tool, because buyers were expecting a more aggressive sander and the ETS 125 is not that kind of animal.
Richard Leon said:
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Same story for me: unless you want to spend the $ for a whole array of Festool sanders and disks, the ETS 125 and the RO125 make a great combination. Someday, I might add a DTS or an RO90, but so far I'm content with just the two I have.
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I started with the RO125, and added the ETS125 to get better finishing results. I haven't developed a need for the larger models, although the RO150 seems to be easier to conrol than the RO125.
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barnowl said:
Agree with this..You really need a Rotex and a detail sander from Festool to get the best results. I have the DTS and the RO125 and couldn't be happier. I actually used the ETS quite a bit before taking the plunge and getting my own detail sander and loved it. Settled on the DTS and glad I did, best sander I have ever used.
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If something happened to my ETS125, I'd buy another in a heartbeat. I use it for everything, and I have the RO125 sitting on the shelf that's just not quite as small and light as the ETS...
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I notice that most, if not all (?) the people praising the 125 don't have the 150! I have learned over time to appreciate the 125 (used to hate it) for what it is, a finish sander. But what i also notice is that most of those who also have an ETS 150 will use that one most of the time.
I said it before but the ETS 150 is the king of sanders, and any woodworker should get that one first IMO.
The 125 is good for sanding in between finish coats or as a last pass after the 150 to get that extra nicer finish. But for all the rest it is just way too slow and gutless compared to the 150 to be worth taking out.
I said it before but the ETS 150 is the king of sanders, and any woodworker should get that one first IMO.
The 125 is good for sanding in between finish coats or as a last pass after the 150 to get that extra nicer finish. But for all the rest it is just way too slow and gutless compared to the 150 to be worth taking out.
